[Al Skierkiewicz]

After having been Lead Inspector at Boilermaker over the weekend, I do need to remind everyone of a few things electrical. You must use the SLU70 compression connectors provided in the kit. These must be on all #6 (or larger) wires attached to batteries, 120 amp circuit breaker and breaker panel input. And please remember that all connectors and battery terminals need to insulated. Should a tool fall on the unprotected terminals of a battery, the tool may weld itself in place causing a permanent dead short. All batteries must be the EX18 or ES18 stated in the robot manual and inspection checklist and can be charged with the six amp chargers specified. Inspectors and IFI people need to be able to see the RC, OI, speed controllers and Spikes to help you when problems arise. You must have version 10 firmware loaded in the RC. This is available on the IFI website with the instructions and loader software.
Don't forget you need a student for team inspector and team captain as well as a mentor to sign the compliance statement on the inspection checklists.
See you during inspections at the Midwest Regional on Thursday.